Advertorial - Deer Crossing

Saturday

Feb 15, 2014 at 12:01 AM

By Matt MorinAdvertorial Correspondent

Deer Crossing, the Stevens Fine Homes Eco-Community located off Myrtle Grove Road, has welcomed over 100 families since its grand opening only three years ago. Considering the location, amenities and value offered to home owners, it’s no surprise that there is limited space left. In speaking with New Home Specialist Braxton Fussell and Deer Crossing resident Tricia Macalka, it’s easy to understand why this community has been such a success.Palm tree lined streets, playground, nature trails, dog park, beach volleyball court and zen garden offer Deer Crossing residents many opportunities to enjoy the warm seasons of Southeast North Carolina. “Neighbors sometimes bring out a big screen on summer nights to play movies.” said Macalka. Gatherings like this add a valuable element of community that is hard to find in many of today’s neighborhoods. Residents also benefit from the recent commercial development in Monkey Junction. Locally renowned Italian restaurant Osteria Cicchetti has opened a new location nearby adding to the variety of convenient dining options. The Monkey Junction area places homeowners just minutes from historic downtown Wilmington, Mayfaire Town Center and beautiful Carolina Beach. Nearby Bellamy Elementary School, Murray Middle School and Ashley High School ensure short bus rides for the kids.Three inventory homes are ready for immediate purchase in Deer Crossing, and seven lots are ready for customized homes designed to meet the active lifestyles of future residents. “For a limited time only, Stevens Fine Homes is offering a $5,000 incentive on existing inventory homes that the buyer may use toward closing costs,” shares Fussell. “I don’t expect these homes to last long and urge anyone in the market for a new home to call soon for an appointment.”For those interested in building on an available lot, Stevens Fine Homes offers a variety of home plans ranging from the Naples at 1,601 square feet to the Nicklaus at 3,187 square feet. Standard features like GE Profile appliances, Silverline by Anderson windows, Moen plumbing and locally produced MarKraft wood cabinetry give you a head start on a great home. A visit to the Stevens Fine Homes Design Studio allows buyers to personalize their homes from hundreds of design options.Deer Crossing benefits from the natural beauty of the surrounding environment. Many of the available home sites back up to a nature preserve protected from future development. To keep this environment pristine for future generations, the community makes use of a rain garden to filter storm water, keeping the waterways clean. The native landscaping used throughout the development increases the connection with the surrounding environment and reduces the need for watering and maintenance. Reducing energy use is also a priority. All homes are built to Stevens Energy Wise standards of construction for greater energy efficiency and savings. The result of these preservation efforts is a community that gives back to the local environment. “We looked at over 60 properties during our home search and kept coming back to this neighborhood,” says Macalka. It’s easy to understand why. After three short years the community is nearly full. With only ten opportunities left for new residents, now is the time to take advantage of a neighborhood with all the benefits of a big city and the feel of a small town. Considering the limited time incentive offered on inventory homes, it won’t be long before the opportunity is gone. To get to Deer Crossing from the intersection of South College Road and Carolina Beach Road, follow Piner Road and turn right on Myrtle Grove Road. Continue 1.5 miles and turn right on Deer Hill Drive. The model home is open for tours at 1213 Deer Hill Road, Wilmington, NC 28412. For inquiries and home tours call (910) 332-8502. More information is available online at www.StevensFineHomes.com or email dreamhomes@stevensfinehomes.com. All new homes in Deer Crossing are listed by Intracoastal Realty.